Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Forces

Forces — practice question

(a)[4]

She shifts the metal block and the 1.5 N load until the uniform metre ruler is level, as shown in Fig. 3.1. Calculate the weight W of the metal block. In your answer, use the principle of moments.

(b)[3]

Calculate the pressure on the ground produced by the block in the position shown in Fig. 3.2.

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